Extracranial internal carotid stenting in Phramongkutklao Hospital.

Background: Carotid artery occlusive disease is estimated to be the primary cause in 20-30 per cent of all strokes. This report was to demonstrate the safety and efficacy of the treatment of extracranial stenosis by carotid artery stenting.

Method: From June 1995 to December 2001, there were 13 patients with internal carotid stenosis > or = 60 per cent who were eligible for carotid stenting.

Efficacy and safety of atorvastatin 10 mg every other day in hypercholesterolemia.

Objectives: The authors sought to evaluate the safety and efficacy of atorvastatin administered every other day in patients with hypercholesterolemia.

Background: Statins have efficacy in lowering cholesterol and reducing cardiovascular events but their cost is a major disadvantage. Atorvastatin is the most potent statin and has a long half-life.